Beauty & Pharma Dermaceuticals Research Lab 3% Polypeptides + 2% AHA - Eye Treatment Cream
Works for
Anti-agingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Glycolic acid + 4 moreWorks well
“All Skin Types Anti-aging eye cream for wrinkles-free, more youthful-looking eyes.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid, heptapeptide-15 palmitate.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-8, Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 + 9 moreWorks well
“All Skin Types Anti-aging eye cream for wrinkles-free, more youthful-looking eyes.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15 palmitate
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Lactic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · Glycolic acid, Lactic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Acetyl hexapeptide-8~6.9–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Glycerin~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium acrylates copolymer~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerOctyldodecyl stearoyl stearate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCetyl alcohol~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholGlycolic acid~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidLactic acid~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidCopper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 is a synthetic peptide developed by ingredient supplier Infinitec, which claims that it can increase collagen production in skin when combined with Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate. The complex was tested in vitro (in a lab) and in a clinical test with 30 volunteers, but the latter wasn't placebo-controlled. The manufacturer reported wrinkle reduction after 28 days of use, but the details of the study aren't publicly available.
More about Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14Heptapeptide-15 palmitate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Heptapeptide-15 palmitateNiacinamide~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePolyvinyl alcohol~0.35–0.8%
Butylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolIsostearyl isostearate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture. It can be comedogenic
More about Isostearyl isostearatePotassium cetyl phosphate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateCetyl stearate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumStearic acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Glycerin, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, Lecithin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Cetyl alcohol, Glycolic acid, Lactic acid, Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 palmitate, Niacinamide, Polyvinyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Isostearyl isostearate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Cetyl stearate, Xanthan gum, Stearic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin
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| Beauty & Pharma Dermaceuticals Research Lab3% Polypeptides + 2% AHA - Eye Treatment CreamYOUR PRODUCT | GeologieDark & Puffy Under Eye Cream | YepodaThe eyes cream | SIDMOOLMin Jung Gi EFI Revive Eye Cream | |
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| Match | — | 69% | 69% | 68% |
| Price | — | $36.00 | $33.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Bakuchiol | Oligopeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "Beauty & Pharma Dermaceuticals Research Lab - 3% Polypeptides + 2% AHA - Eye Treatment Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15 palmitate, glycerin and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetyl alcohol and lecithin) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 0.60% - 1.40% and glycolic acid 0.95% - 1.45%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- This moisturizer also contains Peptides (heptapeptide-15 palmitate 0.40% - 0.95%, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 0.50% - 1.15% and acetyl hexapeptide-8 6.90% - 10.40%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that they are helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains actives that can be irritating. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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